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Making charcoal

Carefully make a small hole in the centre of the metal lid using a hole punch, nail or similar tool, and carve a wooden peg small enough to insert into it to form a good seal.

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  • Tip
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  • Safety notes

Inspired by Forest School Adventure, p. 82. All sources →

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Safety first. Outdoor activities carry real risks. Each activity guide has safety notes, but you are responsible for yourself and anyone in your care. Supervise children, get permission, never eat anything you cannot identify with certainty, and only light fires where it is allowed and safe.

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